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Gifts for Dad's, Grad's and Teachers {Special Offer}
Special offer for La Dolce Vita friends please enjoy 10% off through 6/14/11 just enter code 10OFF at checkout. Offer not valid with prior purchases or with any other offer.
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Judith Kinghorn Jewelry
It's very easy to feel drawn to
Judith Kinghorn's jewelry. Her work
is fabricated using a combination of techniques
including fusing, embossing, die forming,
and granulation. Using a traditional
goldsmith's tool, a mouth-blown torch, she
creates highly-detailed jewelry by working with
layers of sterling silver and high-karat gold.
creates highly-detailed jewelry by working with
layers of sterling silver and high-karat gold.
Using the power of one's breath as part
of the process of creating is a
thought-provoking concept.
She literally breathes life
into her work.
thought-provoking concept.
She literally breathes life
into her work.
Her botanical pieces are enchanting.
The warmth of gold can be hypnotic,
and the sharp metallic details
provide a vivid contrast to the gentle
blending of luminous color.
Her pieces are often comprised of hundreds
of individual components that meld together
exquisitely. Those separate elements seem
at first to be identical to the all the others
but each is distinctly unique.
at first to be identical to the all the others
but each is distinctly unique.
Each strand is so similar yet different from the others.
Multitudinous components are a defining
feature of this artist's work.
feature of this artist's work.
These surfaces create a delightful play
of darkness and light.
We love the luminosity of the gold.
Texture and depth of color produce
a spectacular effect.
There is so much detail and
craftsmanship in these
contemporary designs.
It’s obvious the artist has a talent for
creating work of exceptional beauty.
Not only do we see the hand of
the artist in her work, we sense her
spirit is also ingrained in it.
We hope you enjoy it
as much as we do.
craftsmanship in these
contemporary designs.
It’s obvious the artist has a talent for
creating work of exceptional beauty.
Not only do we see the hand of
the artist in her work, we sense her
spirit is also ingrained in it.
We hope you enjoy it
as much as we do.
White before Memorial Day
I remember my Grandma always use to tell me to never wear white before Memorial Day, where did this even come from? You can read a bit behind the history HERE.Do you follow this old rule or just wear it when you want to?
P.S. Have you noticed the retail stores are pushing Keds again... I use to love these as a teenager.
Eliana Arenas Jewelry
Over the years we've developed an appreciation
for jewelry that features alternative and
nontraditional materials.
Personal adornment can be more
art than jewelry and we like the idea of using the
human body as a pedestal.
Eliana Arenas has a series of brooches created
with aluminum and clear plastic spoons.
The spoons have been cut and melted
to transform their original shape.
We find the scale and proportion of each piece
establishes a sense of presence - so while
the collection itself is called Absence, these pieces seem
filled with a presence we find intriguing.
Meant to be decorative they actually seem to present
themselves as personal amulets designed to protect
the wearer against negative energy.
The collection has a breezy cloud-formation vibe.
It magnificently showcases volume, structure
and texture. And we like how she punctuates
the designs with negative space.
Take a look and see for yourself.
for jewelry that features alternative and
nontraditional materials.
Personal adornment can be more
art than jewelry and we like the idea of using the
human body as a pedestal.
Eliana Arenas has a series of brooches created
with aluminum and clear plastic spoons.
The spoons have been cut and melted
to transform their original shape.
We find the scale and proportion of each piece
establishes a sense of presence - so while
the collection itself is called Absence, these pieces seem
filled with a presence we find intriguing.
Meant to be decorative they actually seem to present
themselves as personal amulets designed to protect
the wearer against negative energy.
The collection has a breezy cloud-formation vibe.
It magnificently showcases volume, structure
and texture. And we like how she punctuates
the designs with negative space.
Take a look and see for yourself.
Each variation draws the eye inward.
Similar yet so different.
Repetitive elements create movement.
The variations are never ending.
Jewelry can be many things to many people.
We're glad to have you join us as we continue to explore
what jewelry is and what jewelry can be.
Enjoy!
We're glad to have you join us as we continue to explore
what jewelry is and what jewelry can be.
Enjoy!
You Capture: Pretty
A field trip digging in the pond looking for tadpoles and other goodies sure made this little guy happy! I have always liked lily pads, they are so pretty and remind me of the many paintings by Monet.
Coffee Jewelry
Coffee is now being served - in full style too. For all you coffee lovers out there, these earrings, pins, and necklace are the perfect way to show your passsion for your preferred blend. So whether it`s the mellow morning blend or the high octane brew, these pieces are sure to perk up your lobes. They make great gifts for other coffee fans with discerning tastes. Here are the images for my Java Time designs. Feel free to email any questions to geometals@aol.com
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"Kona Java Girl" - yellow bronze
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| "Java Time" - vente |
Welcome to Java Town, where coffee is an art. Click on the pictures of the beans above to see the beautiful metalic colors. Be sure to bookmark this page for gift giving time. Thank you for visiting and have a caffeineated day!
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| "Gourmet Java Girl" - sterling silver |
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| "Java Time" (grande) |
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| "Java Town" necklace - red bronze, torched bronze, sterling silver, yellow bronze, and copper |
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| "Espresso Java Girl" - torched bronze |
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Marta Mattsson Jewelry
The first time we saw
jewelry created by Märta Mattsson
we felt intense curiosity.
She incorporates things like dead insects and
animal skins along with metal, resin,
animal skins along with metal, resin,
gems and stones into
her handcrafted work.
her handcrafted work.
This jewelry is inspired by the artist's
childhood memories of the animal
and insect world around her. Things that
once caused fear or revulsion
have now become a source of inspiration
and creativity for her work.
She translates her memories and fantasies
into jewelry and invites people to experience
into jewelry and invites people to experience
and marvel at the transformations.
She describes her work as follows:
Sometimes I see beauty in things that other people find strange or are even repulsed by. I become fascinated when there is something you do not want to see and the feeling you get when you do not want to look at something, yet you still do. My jewellery deals with the tension that lies between attraction and repulsion. I take seemingly inappropriate materials, making ordinary and familiar objects seem extraordinary and unfamiliar.
Her Rebirth series is fascinating and
eerie at the same time.
Here is a brooch made with a cicada, cubic zirconias,
silver, lacquer, resin and steel.
This brooch incorporates laser-cut calfskin and silver.
The delicacy is remarkable.
This necklace includes
butterflies, goatskin, nylon thread and gold.
Fascinating, disturbing, gorgeous.
This jewelry elicits many emotional reactions.
The craftsmanship is impeccable.
The creativity is amazing.
The final products are works of art.
What else can one say?
Something special for the Graduate
The Grande Initial Necklace With Hidden Year. It isn't too early to think about that special graduate. You can find my entire collection by clicking on the below image.
What I like about summer...
We have had nothing but rain and cold weather lately but I am really looking forward to summer weather, the above picture is from last summer.
I love flip flops, warm balmy evenings, day light until 9:30, back yard campfires, going to the lake, pool time and evening walks with the family. There is more but those are just a few things that I love about summer.
What do you like about summer?
Teach, Influence, Inspire Hand Stamped Necklace
The Teach, Influence, Inspire necklace is now available in lowercase fancy script font. This piece is a customer favorite for end of the year and holiday gifts for their favorite teachers. You can find it HERE.
Exhibition - Kate Cusack, Margaux Lange, Sissi Westerberg Jewelry
There's a new exhibition at Facèré Jewelry Art Gallery
called "ABeCeDarian." It runs from May 18
through June 4 and is described as a "contemporary
jewelry art exhibition and ABC book
featuring the work of twenty-six artists,
each producing a piece that
corresponds with a letter of the alphabet."
OK, sounds interesting.
The participant list is comprised of: Julia Barello,
Ken Bova, Jana Brevick, Kathy Buszkiewicz,
Melissa Calohan, Nancy Mēgan Corwin, Kate Cusack,
Donna D'Aquino, Laurie Hall, Tom Hill, Trudee Hill,
Melissa Huff, Margaux Lange, Kristin Lora,
Bruce Metcalf, Marcia Meyers, Ted Noten,
Kait Rhoads, ROY, Cindy Sumner,
Anthony Tammaro, Carolyn Tillie, Cynthia Toops,
Kiwon Wang, Sarah Wauzynski, and Sissi Westerberg.
Let's take a look at just a few of the
delightful one-of-a-kind
jewelry included in this exhibition.
Here we have Sissi Westerberg's piece using the
letter 'D' for Drip. This imaginative item is called
"Something Inside" and is made of acrylic. Some
ideas are so simple yet so elegant.
We love the eye-popping color;
it may be monochromatic but it certainly
makes a statement.
Then we have Margaux Lange illustrating the
letter 'K' for Knees.
Many art jewelry followers are familiar
with work by this artist.
Whimsical and nostalgic her designs incorporate
salvaged Barbie doll parts, and the jewelry she has
provided for this exhibition
is no exception. Her piece is
called "Cross-legged Brooch."
Lastly, let's look at a piece offered by Kate Cusack
using the letter 'Z' for Zippers. This spectacular
necklace is called "Elizabeth."
With roots in costume design and
a flair for the theatrical,
it's easy to classify every one of her pieces
as a production - an amazing
visual spectacle. Every time we see her
work it's always lavish and luxurious.
And this is just the tip of the iceberg.
There are so many other
beautiful pieces of jewelry
on display.
Plus, the opportunity to get the
ABC book that accompanies
this exhibit.
Plus, the opportunity to get the
ABC book that accompanies
this exhibit.
Enjoy!
Make a Chalkboard Wreath
Lately I have a mild obsession with chalkboard paint. I love the versatility and fun it offers, my obsession all started with this project here.
For Mother's Day I made a wreath for myself and one for my Mom and MIL. This is a really easy project that can be used through out the seasons and can be changed to greet guests. Today I may change mine to stay Go Away Rain!
What I love about this project is that it brings some immediate gratification. I picked up a wooden letter at Joanne's and painted two coats of chalkboard paint. Then I attached it to a recycled grapevine wreath and then made a few fabric flowers to attach and that is it! So simple and fun.
What are you obsessed with?
Product Junkie Approved: Cherry Vanilla Shower Gel by Bath and Body Works
I was so pleased to see that Bath and Body Works has the Cherry Vanilla line back available this season. I am not a huge vanilla fan but love the combo of cherry and vanilla together. I am really picky on my scents but this one I find refreshing and it reminds me of summer. Have you tried it?
Constance Wicklund Gildea Jewelry
Over the years, we've fallen in love with a
technique called keum boo - a technique
where thin pieces of 24K gold are fused
directly to the surface of silver
using heat and pressure.
Each piece of jewelry made by
is a work of art. We are especially
intrigued with her pieces that feature
the keum boo technique using shapes and
textures from actual leaves.
She has other collections of work
that feature techniques such as
engraving and embossing,
and they are equally as lovely.
But it's the keum boo pieces
that consistently draw our attention.
textures from actual leaves.
She has other collections of work
that feature techniques such as
engraving and embossing,
and they are equally as lovely.
But it's the keum boo pieces
that consistently draw our attention.
Here are some of our favorites.
Each shows the intense effect that 24kt gold
can have when it's fused on silver.
And we especially love the oxidation on
these particular pieces; it enhances
that striking contrast
between the gold and silver.
Here is her oxidized Leaf Cuff.
And we especially love the oxidation on
these particular pieces; it enhances
that striking contrast
between the gold and silver.
Here is her oxidized Leaf Cuff.
This alternate version of her oxidized Leaf Cuff
is studded with diamonds.
We love her oxidized Leaf Earrings from this collection.
And this pair of earrings is studded with diamonds.
Here's an example of a bead from this series.
This artist has developed very controlled methods
of pattern and design development, and
her focus on mixed metal pieces
produces gorgeous work.
We admire it for the imaginative designs,
creative use of materials and techniques,
and superb skill of the artist.
We are inspired!
Finally Flip Flop Weather...
Warm weather has finally arrived in Michigan now if the rain could just go away it isn't ideal for flop flops. The Love Peace Flip Flops piece is available in my shop HERE.
